Bluegrass Guitar Solos That Every Parking Lot Picker Should Know - Volume 1. For guitar. Fretted. Bluegrass and Play Along. Instructional book and 6 accompaniment CDs. Chord names, guitar tablature and guitar fingerings. 172 pages. Hal Leonard #CDKAUPL99. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.641411).
ISBN 0793592429. With chord names, guitar tablature and guitar fingerings. Bluegrass and Play Along. 8.8x11 inches.
Bluegrass Guitar Solos (That Every Parking Lot Picker Should Know) features 20 great bluegrass tunes in standard notation and guitar tab and al so contains six 1 hour CD's for play-along with the rhythm track for a low price of $69.95.In response to numerous requests, Steve Kaufman's most popular audio lesson in bluegrass flatpicking is now available on CD! No more rewinding or searching for that elusive tune or lick. With the press of a button you can access just the piece or phrase you want to learn.Steve's unique formula works for players at all levels. Beginners learn to pick the melody in its most basic form; intermediate pickers learn powerful licks and runs; and experienced players learn how to solo like a pro. Extra! The lead guitar on the right channel and the rhythm tracks (guitar, bass and mandolin) on the left provide a back-up band that allows for invaluable practice sessions.

Bluegrass Guitar Solos That Every Parking Lot Picker Should Know by Steve Kaufman. Homespun Tapes. Play Along. Book with CD. Guitar tablature. 116 pages. Homespun #CDKAUPV99. Published by Homespun (HL.641457).
ISBN 0634011677. With guitar tablature. Play Along. 9x12 inches.
Steve Kaufman's third set of popular lessons for Parking Lot Pickers teaches how to work out guitar breaks to well-known bluegrass songs. Once again, turn off Steve's lead guitar on your stereo and play along with the rhythm tracks. Perfect practice for a “live” picking situation. Twenty songs, including: Nine-Pound Hammer • Blue Ridge Cabin Home • Dark Hollow • Foggy Mountain Top • How Mountain Girls Can Love • More Pretty Girls Than One • Gold Watch and Chain • I Am a Pilgrim • In the Pines • and more!SIX CDs • INCLUDES 100-PAGE MUSIC + TAB BOOK • LEVEL ALL.

Resophonic Guitar From Scratch: Quick Lessons by Jim Heffernan. For Guitar (Resonator). Methods. Bluegrass. Beginning. DVD. Duration 120 minutes. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc (MB.21990DVD).
Step by step instruction thru the basics of resophonic guitar. Topics include: picks, bars, warm-up, exercises, songs, tuning, posture, practicing techniques, how to fit in with a band and internet resources! There are many lessons included in this program. You will learn the essential techniques to modern resophonic guitar playing. Jim will guide you through the correct way to accomplish hammer-ons, pull-offs, rakes, slides, rolls, and vibrato. You'll be learning three professional level arrangements of standard bluegrass songs (I'll Be All Smiles Tonight, Cripple Creek and The Nine Pound Hammer), rather than over simplified "beginner arrangements". Also included are many standard resophonic guitar cliches. Jim will show you how to weave these together into an improvised song. Whether you are a beginner or you have been playing for a while, Jim will help you improve your technique and develop your own style. 2-DVD set with tab book (PDF download).

Fingerstyle Guitar Gig Book by Bill Piburn. For Guitar (Fingerpicking). Solos. Bluegrass & Country. Intermediate. Book. 380 pages. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc (MB.96196).
ISBN 9780786622566. Bluegrass & Country. 9.5x11.75 inches.
This collection of 146 fingerstyle transcriptions and arrangements covers a wide variety of styles including dozens of popular and jazz standards as well as blues and country songs, sea chanteys, folk ballads, sacred, gospel and Christmas melodies, Celtic and patriotic tunes, children's songs, classical and wedding music, and select Piburn originals. The book is designed as a resource for guitarists in virtually any solo performance situation. The result of years of experience as an arranger/composer and performing guitarist, this book provides a goldmine of tunes for the fingerstyle player. From Greensleeves and The Girl I left Behind Me to 'Round Midnight and The Girl from Ipanema, this comprehensive anthology has it all. You'll be able to compile your set lists for a broad array of venues from this single source! Intermediate to advanced in difficulty with all tunes appearing in standard notation and tablature.

Parking Lot Picker's Songbook - Guitar Edition Book/CD Set by Dix Bruce. For Guitar (Flatpick). Tune Book. Parking Lot Pickers. Bluegrass. Beginning. Book/CD Set. 304 pages. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc (MB.96864BCD).
ISBN 9780786674985. Bluegrass. 8.75x11.75 inches.
A collection of over 200 great Bluegrass, Old Time, Country and Gospel standards. Melodies are presented with standard notation and tablature along with lyrics and chords. Learn to play songs written and recorded by the giants of traditional American music: Bill Monroe, The Stanley Brothers, Flatt & Scruggs, Ralph Stanley, The Osborne Brothers, Jimmy Martin, Doc Watson and many more. Also included: Step-by-Step instruction on how to transpose any song to any key! The two CDs include recordings of EVERY song in the book.

Parking Lot Picker's Songbook - Dobro Edition Book/2-CD Set edited by Dix Bruce and Stacy Phillips. For Guitar (Resonator). Tune Book. Parking Lot Pickers. Bluegrass. Beginning. Book/CD Set. 304 pages. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc (MB.21692BCD).
ISBN 9780786680184. Bluegrass. 8.75x11.75 inches.
A collection of over 200 great Bluegrass, Old Time, Country and Gospel standards. Melodies are presented with standard notation and tablature along with lyrics and chords. Learn to play songs written and recorded by the giants of traditional American music: Bill Monroe, The Stanley Brothers, Flatt & Scruggs, Ralph Stanley, The Osborne Brothers, Jimmy Martin, Doc Watson and many more. Also included: Step-by-Step instruction on how to transpose any song to any key! The two CDs include recordings of EVERY song in the book.

Bluegrass Rhythm Guitar, Volume 2. (Learn Music by Ear). By Murphy Henry. For Guitar (Flatpicking). Rhythm/Backup. Learn Music by Ear. Bluegrass. Beginning. DVD. Duration 88 minutes. Published by Murphy Method (MB.21968DVD).
Bluegrass Rhythm Guitar Vol. 2 (formerly titled Basic Bluegrass Runs on Guitar Vol. 2): Tired of playing out of G and C position all the time? Ready to try some different keys? This video introduces the keys of D, A, and E and shows you plenty of new and exciting runs to use in these keys. We also explain the all-important Lester Flatt G run! Best of all, we include a long lesson on using the capo to play in different keys. A fabulous video for guitar players who feel like they are stuck in a rut. Jam-packed with information you won't find anywhere else! No Tab. (88 minutes).

The Real Bluegrass Book. (C Instruments). By Various. For C Instruments. Fake Book. Softcover. 432 pages. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.310910).
ISBN 0634049216. 8.5x11 inches.
Since the 1970s, The Real Book has been the most popular book for gigging jazz musicians. Hal Leonard is proud to publish completely legal and legitimate editions of the original volumes as well as exciting new volumes to carry on the tradition to new generations of players in all styles of music! All the Real Books feature hundreds of time-tested songs in accurate arrangements in the famous easy-to-read, hand-written notation with comb-binding.This collection gathers more than 300 bluegrass favorites presented in the straightforward Real Book format adored by musicians: Alabama Jubilee • Ballad of Jed Clampett • Bill Cheatham • Blue Ridge Mountain Blues • Bury Me Beneath the Willow • Dixie Hoedown • Down to the River to Pray • Foggy Mountain Top • Highway 40 Blues • How Mountain Girls Can Love • I'm Goin' Back to Old Kentucky • John Henry • Keep on the Sunny Side • The Long Black Veil • My Rose of Old Kentucky • Old Train • Pretty Polly • Rocky Top • Sally Goodin • Shady Grove • Wabash Cannonball • Wayfaring Stranger • Wildwood Flower • The Wreck of the Old '97 • and hundreds more!

50 Tunes for Guitar, Volume 1 Book/3-CD Set. (Traditional, Old Time, Bluegrass & Celtic Solos). By Mark Geslison. For Guitar (Flatpicking). Solos. Fiddle Tunes. Beginning-Intermediate. Book/CD Set. 158 pages. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc (MB.99941BCD).
ISBN 9780786664689. Fiddle Tunes. 8.75x11.75 inches.
50 Tunes Volume 1 for Guitar is one book in a 5-book series. The 50 Tunes series is a collection of Bluegrass, Old Time and Celtic tunes for ensembles, families and individuals. This book contains the same 50 tunes as those found in the other 4 books of the series, but carefully designed for the guitar. The melodies in this book range from simple to advanced. Many tunes contain a harmony part to match the melody. 50 Tunes Volume 1 for Guitar is designed for "flatpicking" on the acoustic guitar. Flatpicking is a style of guitar playing, prevalent in Celtic and Bluegrass music which features fast soloing with a single, flat pick. Companion CDs included. Book written in tablature only. Tunes recorded by full band, not all instruments featured in every song.

The Legacy of Doc Watson by Steve Kaufman. For Guitar (Flatpicking). Transcribed Solos. Bluegrass. Intermediate. Book. 152 pages. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc (MB.95742).
ISBN 9780786633937. Bluegrass. 9x11.75 inches.
The first authorized compilation of Doc Watson's life and music is meant to serve not only as a biography, but also as a unique instructional book. A running dialogue with Doc reveals the story behind each tune, while Steve Kaufman provides additional performance tips. Here's your opportunity to learn from the best! The obvious rapport between the author and his subject produced a formula that fittingly captures the 50-year legacy of a remarkable musician. Written in notation and tablature for the intermediate level flatpicking guitarist with a few nods to fingerstyle technique. Includes an insightful illustrated essay by Dan Miller of Flatpicking Guitar Magazine.

Flatpicking Lead Guitar DVD. (Learn Music by Ear). By Murphy Henry. For Guitar (Flatpick). Technic. Learn Music by Ear. Bluegrass. Beginning. DVD. Duration 70 minutes. Published by Murphy Method (MB.21954DVD).
Flatpicking Lead Guitar: Finally! A flatpicking video that begins at the beginning! Strong, basic arrangements of great guitar tunes get you started. All songs are broken into phrases and each note and each pick stroke is explained. A great way to learn to flatpick. Go for it! No Tab. Old Joe Clark, Sally Goodwin, Soldier's Joy, Arkansas Traveler. (70 minutes).

Orrin Star's Flatpicking Primer DVD. (A Comprehensive Guide). By Orrin Star. For Guitar (Flatpick). Methods. Bluegrass. Beginning. DVD. Duration 120 minutes. Published by Flatpicking Guitar Magazine (MB.FGM1007).
Subtitled "What the Tab Won't Tell You," this DVD and its accompanying 23-page transcription book are designed for the guitar player who already has some knowledge of guitar chords, rhythm, and perhaps even lead styles outside of the flatpicking realm (fingerstyle, classical, blues, rock, etc.). If you already know how to play the guitar, but are not familiar with the flatpicking style and repertoire, then this DVD is for you! In this DVD Orrin Star teaches you the fundamentals of flatpicking in great detail focusing specifically on the technique and articulation. Orrin's masterful presentation of right-hand technique will help you overcome the common hurdles that many who are new to flatpicking tend to encounter. He also emphasizes the special characteristics of the flatpicking technique and style to include how to develop the "fiddle tune" feel and groove. Orrin's presentation on left-hand technique will also help you smooth out your playing by "squeezing the juice" out of every note. Orrin teaches all technical details in the context of learning songs from the flatpicking repertoire. The songs included on this DVD and tab book are: Old Joe Clark (4 arrangements), Whiskey Before Breakfast, I Saw the Light, House of the Rising Sun, Don't Let Your Deal Go Down, Soldier's Joy, Red Haired Boy (2 arrangements), and Cherokee Shuffle. Each of these song arrangements is designed to teach you specific technical skills related to the art of flatpicking (such as crosspicking, floating, Carter Style, Blake Style, integrating strums into lead playing, accenting notes to emulate a vocalists phrasing, etc.). This DVD is not just a repertoire builder. As Orrin states in the DVD's introduction, his goal is to "teach you how to fish" not simply "catch fish for you.".

Advanced Bluegrass Rhythm Guitar DVD by Wyatt Rice. For Guitar (Flatpick). Rhythm/Backup. Bluegrass. Intermediate. DVD. Duration 90 minutes. Published by Flatpicking Guitar Magazine (MB.FGM1006).
In this 90-minute DVD, rhythm guitar master Wyatt Rice teaches you how to greatly expand your rhythm guitar abilities by teaching: crosspicking rhythm; syncopated rhythm; a variety of right hand patterns combined with left hand technique to develop a "groove" rhythm; unique bass runs; passing chords; chord substitutions; and chord inversions. Additionally, Wyatt is shown improvisationally accompanying various instruments (banjo, fiddle, guitar, mandolin) and then analyzing what he has done to provide the rhythmic foundation behind each instrument. Special guest appearances by Rickie Simpkins, Kenny Smith, Sammy Shelor, and Tony Rice. Wyatt Rice has been one of the top rhythm guitar players in bluegrass and acoustic music for the past 20 years. He has been a member of the Tony Rice Unit since 1984. Of Wyatt's rhythm, Tony Rice has said, "He gave the band a fuller voice and an easily identifiable sound. Things that I did with the guitar I could not otherwise have done if Wyatt's rhythm guitar had not been there.".

Bluegrass Rhythm Guitar Workshop DVD. (A Hands-On Guide). By Orrin Star. For Guitar (Flatpick). Rhythm/Backup. Bluegrass. DVD. Duration 95 minutes. Published by Flatpicking Guitar Magazine (MB.FGM1003).
Having created the first day-long workshop devoted exclusively to rhythm playing, renowned flatpicker Orrin Star has helped guitarists around the country improve their rhythm skills. This 95-minute video offers an enhanced version of Orrin's live workshop, featuring additional bass runs and songs, a new section on playing with other guitarists, and a guest appearance by Kenny Smith. Starting with the basics and working up from there, it will show you: a full range of strums and bass runs; how and when to apply them; the key to killer bass runs (rest strokes); the "cool" chord forms; how to approach faster songs.

Get Started on Bluegrass and Country Guitar!. (A Complete Lesson for Beginners). By Steve Kaufman. For Guitar. Homespun Tapes. DVD. Guitar tablature. Homespun #DVDKAUST21. Published by Homespun (HL.642158).
ISBN 1597733202. With guitar tablature. 5.25x7.5 inches.
Steve Kaufman introduces new players to all the elements of guitar flatpicking. No previous experience is necessary. All that's needed is a guitar, a flatpick and the desire to accompany and play lead on great folk, bluegrass and country songs: Down in the Valley • Aura Lee • Blue Ridge Cabin Home • Wildwood Flower • Amazing Grace • Shady Grove • Soldier's Joy. LEVEL 1 • INCLUDES MUSIC AND TAB .PDF • 100 MIN.

Picking Up Speed. (DVD). By Steve Kaufman. Instructional/Guitar/DVD. Bluegrass. DVD. 1 pages. Homespun #DVDKAUSD21. Published by Homespun (HL.641678).
ISBN 1932537767. bluegrass. 5.25x7.5 inches.
Every bluegrass flatpicker wants to play faster while maintaining good tone and timing. Steve Kaufman's powerful advice and well-thought out exercises help get a player's mechanics working correctly. Using well-known fiddle tunes as drills, Steve works on coordination and how to practice for best results.70-MIN. • INCLUDES MUSIC + TAB • LEVEL 3.

Learn to Play Western Swing Guitar by Ray Benson. Instructional/Guitar/DVD. Bluegrass. DVD. Homespun #DVDBENSW21. Published by Homespun (HL.641777).
ISBN 1932964665. bluegrass. 5.25x7.5 inches.
The founder, singer and guitarist for the western swing band Asleep at the Wheel details the rhythm parts and lead solos that characterize this infectious style. 80-MIN DVD • INCLUDES MUSIC + TAB • EARLY INTERMEDIATE LEVEL.

Intermediate Bluegrass Jam Session (Guitar). (Play Along with 22 Great Songs and Instrumentals!). For guitar. Homespun Tapes. Play Along with Pete Werncik and an All-Star Bluegrass band. 22 Great Songs and Instrumentals. Bluegrass, Instructional and Play Along. Instructional video: DVD. Lyrics and chord names. Duration 120m. Homespun #DVDWERJM22. Published by Homespun (HL.641950).
ISBN 1597731315. With lyrics and chord names. Bluegrass, Instructional and Play Along. 5.5x7.5 inches.
This continuation of Pete Dr. Banjo Wernick's popular series features a professional bluegrass band providing back-up to favorite jam session songs. Beginning to intermediate players will get the practice they need to join in the fun.

The Norman Blake Anthology by Norman Blake. Edited by Steve Kaufman. For Guitar (Flatpicking). Transcribed Solos. Bluegrass & Country. Intermediate. Book. 200 pages. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc (MB.96641).
ISBN 9780786640881. Bluegrass & Country. 8.75x11.75 inches.
Flatpicking Guitar Magazine declares Norman Blake a legend, and includes him in the "first name club" on the Internet flatpicking news list. The Norman Blake Anthology offers complete lyrics and melody lines to 40 original songs, written and notated just as Norman sings them. Often, the vocal version is followed by a second flatpicking solo edition in notation and tablature including introductions and solos within a given tune- all authorized by Norman himself! 200 pages, illustrated with photos from a distinguished 30-year career. Intermediate in difficulty.

Acoustic Guitar Fundamentals DVD by Tim Stafford. For Guitar (Flatpick). Methods. Bluegrass. Beginning. DVD. Duration 120 minutes. Published by Flatpicking Guitar Magazine (MB.FGM1014).
In this 2-hour video from bluegrass guitar veteran Timm Stafford you will learn the fundamental skills that will make you a better guitar player no matter what your current ability level. Tuning, Timing, Tone, Technique, and Taste are all essential skills that guitar players from beginners to professionals need to address on a regular basis. Tim's masterful presentation of these concepts and the practical, time tested methods he teaches you on this video will not only help you understand, improve and maintain these skills, but will advance your overall guitar skills considerably.

Guitar Crosspicking Technique by Mickey Cochran. For Guitar (Flatpicking). Technic. Bluegrass. Beginning-Intermediate. Book. 160 pages. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc (MB.97177).
ISBN 9780786658664. Bluegrass. 8.75x11.75 inches.
Crosspicking technique on guitar is similar to bluegrass banjo, filling in all of the spaces between melody notes with a steady stream of harmony notes. With applied crosspicking technique, the guitar becomes a forceful solo instrument capable of filling a room with colorfully supported melodies. Not only does the guitar support itself, but crosspicking technique also works effectively for supporting other lead instruments and vocals in many styles of music including classical, rock, country, bluegrass, jazz, and new age. The methodology section of this book offers the intermediate to advanced guitarist many new ideas which can be added to their arsenal. The book also includes a full songbook section with an even wider repertoire to pursue. All of the lessons and songs are written in tablature only, so you don't have to read music, just count!

The Guitar of Brian Setzer by Brian Setzer. For Guitar. Music Sales America. Bluegrass. DVD. Hot Licks #HOT164. Published by Hot Licks (HL.14013517).
Here's your chance to get a one-on-one lesson with Brian Setzer of Stray Cats! Brian shows you a whole range of rockabilly, blues, jazz, and country licks and tricks including wild stringbending techniques, slap-echo effects, jazz and swing guitar styles and some really hot solos that he breaks right down for you. Brian makes learning fun, so you'll really enjoy this session! 1 hour, 10 minutes.

Hurst, Stafford & Sutton Live in Nashville DVD by Jim Hurst, Tim Stafford & Bryan Sutton. For Guitar (Flatpicking). Concert/Documentary. Bluegrass. DVD. Duration 72 minutes. Published by Flatpicking Guitar Magazine (MB.FGM1010).
On this DVD Flatpicking Guitar Magazine presents three of the most talented guitar players in acoustic music performing together in a live concert setting. Bryan Sutton (IBMA Guitar Player of the Year award winner, former lead guitarist with Ricky Skaggs and Kentucy Thunder, and one of Nashville's top session players), Jim Hurst (two- time IBMA Guitar Player of the Year award winner), and highly respected guitar veteran Tim Stafford (Dusty Miller, Alison Krauss + Union Station, Blue Highway) provide a thoroughly enjoyable performance. These three masters of the acoustic guitar perform as a trio, in different duo configurations, solo, and with vocalist Ronnie Bowman. Their respective songwriting talents are also highlighted as each presents a variety of songs and tunes that they have written through their distinguished careers. Guitar players will appreciate the left- and right-hand close-ups prevalent throughout the DVD. A total of 18 tunes are presented: "Temperance Reel," "Deep River Blues," "A Minor Infraction," "The Pearl of Pearl Kentucky," "Guidology," "Rambling Heart," "Stafford's Stomp," "Forked Deer," "If Only For A Day," "Obsession," "Midwestern Town," "Decision at Glady Fork," "Texas Gales," "The Good Deed," "Crazy Locomotion Blues," "Mando Bounce," "Horseshoe Bend," and "St. Anne's Reel.".

Kilby, Davis & May Live in Kansas City DVD by Cody Kilby, Brad Davis & Tim May. For Guitar (Flatpicking). Concert/Documentary. Bluegrass. DVD. Duration 86 minutes. Published by Flatpicking Guitar Magazine (MB.FGM1011).
On December 18th, 2004 three of today's most talented flatpicking guitar players Brad Davis, Tim May, and Cody Kilby got together and performed a concert near Kansas City, Kansas, and Flatpicking Guitar Magazine had cameras rolling. On that night at Jim Curley's Mountain Music Shoppe in Shawnee, Kansas, the crowd was not only treated to some amazing guitar work, but these talented musicians also put on an awesome multi-instrument, singing, and songwriting display. The three perform as a trio, pair up in various duo configurations, and perform solo. Each artist brings some of his original material to the stage, but they also get together to tear up a few standard flatpicking numbers. It is something you don't want to miss! There are a total of 18 tunes presented on this DVD: Angeline the Baker, Gold Rush Rock, Lonesome Fiddle Blues, My Heart's An Open Door, Miss Nari, Cypress Walls, Song in B, Love Affair with Misery, Old Bud, All I Need to Know, Uncloudy Day, Song In G, Lacrosse, I'm Not Through Loving You Yet, Catwalk, Ain't That Just Like Love, Song for Sophie, Big Timber.

Clinch Mountain Guitar DVD by James Alan Shelton and George Shuffler. For Guitar (Flatpicking). Concert/Documentary. Bluegrass. DVD. Duration 63 minutes. Published by Flatpicking Guitar Magazine (MB.FGM1013).
In this one-hour instructional DVD James Alan Shelton and George Shuffler demonstrate and teach the guitar techniques that helped change the role of the guitar in bluegrass music. The music of the Stanley Brothers and Ralph Stanley and the Clinch Mountain Boys has featured lead guitar work since Bill Napier and George Shuffler brought the guitar to the forefront of the Stanley's music in the late 1950s. This video begins with James Alan Shelton, the current lead guitar player for Ralph Stanley and the Clinch Mountain Boys, picking a tune with the legendary George Shuffler. James then interviews George regarding the development of his 'crosspicking' guitar technique. George demonstrates the technique and provides a guitar solo to one of the tunes he helped to make a bluegrass standard, 'Will You Miss Me.' George and James then pick 'Katy Dear' together and demonstrate their crosspicking talents. The instructional portion of the video begins with James Alan Shelton demonstrating the crosspicking roll and providing several exercises which will serve to train your right hand to gain skill with the crosspicking technique. James then teaches a 'turnaround' to 'Rank Stranger' which utilizes the crosspicking technique to 'fill in the gaps' between vocal lines. He then shows how to take the simple melody line of a song, 'Uncloudy Day,' and incorporate the crosspicking technique between the melody notes. Next, James teaches a crosspicking break to 'Bury Me Beneath the Weeping Willow' and follows that tune by demonstrating how to transform a Carter style guitar solo into a crosspicking solo using the song 'Wildwood Flower' as an example. The next section of the video features James teaching two of his original flatpicking tunes 'Road to Coeburn' and 'Tom!s Creek.' This is followed by a fingerstyle performance of Ralph Stanley's favorite guitar number, 'Cannonball Blues.' James concludes the instructional portion of the video by talking about his selection of guitar strings, picks, and capos and provides 'tricks of the trade' to help you keep your flatpick in good shape. George and James both talk about their signature model Huss & Dalton guitars and the video concludes with George and James picking 'Banks of the Ohio' together. All of the songs that are taught in the video are transcribed in the accompanying transcription book.